Elm Borer - Saperda tridentata

The larvae of this species live in galleries under the bark of elm (Ulmus sp.) trees. It is not the main vector of Dutch Elm Disease, but does spread the fungus that causes the disease.

Habitat: Attracted to a light; semi-rural area

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You knew that I would be jealous of this one, right? ;P Posted 4 years ago
1. Christine Young
  
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  Aww! I tried to move it so I could get a better shot, but it wouldn't cooperate and flew away. Posted 4 years ago

The Elm Borer

The elm borer is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae. It was described by Olivier in 1795. It is known from Canada and the United States. It feeds on ''Ulmus rubra'' and ''Ulmus americana''. It acts as a vector for the fungus ''Ophiostoma ulmi'', and as a host for the parasitoid wasp ''Cenocoelius saperdae''.

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Similar species: Beetles

Species identified by Christine Young